Country Facts:
Argentina vs. Brazil
Learn about the similarities and differences between Argentina and Brazil by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.
Table of contents
Geography
Argentina vs. Brazil - comparison of geographical features.
Country area
The surface area of Argentina is 1 073 518 mi², while the surface area of Brazil is 3 287 956 mi². This means that the area of Brazil is 206% larger.
Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by AreaCoastline length
Argentina has a coastline of 3 100.0 mi, while Brazil has a coastline of 4 654.7 mi.
Largest city
The largest city in Argentina is Buenos Aires, with a population of about 2 890 150 people. In contrast, the largest city in Brazil is São Paulo, where the population is 11 895 900.
Highest peak
The highest peak in Argentina is Aconcagua, its height is 22 835 ft. The highest peak in Brazil is Pico da Neblina, which rises to a height of 9 823 ft.
Highest recorded temperature
In Argentina, the highest temperature ever measured was 120.4°F and was recorded in Villa de María, Córdoba Province, while in Brazil the highest temperature was 112.5°F and was recorded in Bom Jesus, Piauí.
Lowest recorded temperature
In Argentina, the lowest temperature ever measured was -38.2°F and was recorded in Valle de los Patos Superior, San Juan, while in Brazil, the lowest temperature was 6.8°F and was recorded in Caçador, Santa Catarina.
Society
Argentina vs. Brazil - comparison of aspects of social life.
Population
The population of Argentina is about 45 195 774, while Brazil is home to 212 559 417 people.
Statistics: World Population by CountryLife expectancy
Life expectancy is 78.1 years in Argentina and 75.0 years in Brazil.
Average age
The average age is 32.4 years in Argentina and 33.2 years in Brazil.
Birthrate
The birth rate is 0.84% in Argentina and 0.65% in Brazil.
Literacy
Literacy is 99.0% in Argentina and 93.2% in Brazil.
Language
In Argentina, the main language is Spanish, and in Brazil the primary language is Portuguese.
Religion
In Argentina, the main religion is Christianity; in Brazil, the main religion is Christianity.
Tourism
Foreign tourists in 2015
Economy
GDP per capita
Argentina: 20 763 Int$. Brazil: 14 830 Int$.
Practical information
Electricity
Electricity in Argentina: frequency and voltage are 220V 50 Hz (plug type: C, I). Electricity in Brazil: frequency and voltage are 127V / 220V 60 Hz (plug type: C, N).
Driving side
Argentina has right-hand traffic, Brazil has right-hand traffic.
Useful when traveling
Best months to visit
The best months in terms of weather are: Argentina - January, February, December; Brazil - January, February, March, December.
Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the WorldVisa requirements
Expected daily budget for 1 person
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